Spent the weekend attending Summer Cruise 3.0 organised by #SaimaaSec in Lappeenranta ๐Ÿ”

It was great to see so many cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts gathering to exchange ideas, learn from excellent keynote speakers, and discuss the challenges and opportunities in our field.

A special highlight was the panel discussion held during a cruise around Lake Saimaa โ€” probably one of the most scenic cybersecurity discussions Iโ€™ve ever attended! ๐Ÿšข๐ŸŒŠ

Thank you to everyone involved in organising the event and everyone I had the pleasure of talking with. Looking forward to seeing the Finnish cybersecurity community continue to grow and thrive.

#InfoSec #CyberSecurity #CyberCommunity #CitySec #cybersec

What happens when global incident response experts gather in the heart of Switzerland?

The recent FIRST #TechnicalColloquia, โ€œPeak Incident Response,โ€ hosted by CH-CERTs as part of Geneva Cyber Week, created a space for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and discussion around the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Catch the full event recap on the FIRST blog: https://www.first.org/blog/20260518-Peak-Incident-Response-2026

#FIRSTdotOrg #CyberCommunity #CyberDefense #IncidentResponse #GenevaCyberWeek

Peak Incident Response 2026

This year we held our first Swiss Technical Colloquium - Peak Incident Response - as part of the Geneva Cyber Week (GCW). So, why another TC? The GCW is an annual global platform to advance international cooperation and resilience in cyberspace. This sounds a bit like it could describe just about any FIRST event. But the GCW mostly caters to policy folks, diplomats, and members of civil society, including some of our trusted partners such as DCAF and the HD Centre.

FIRST โ€” Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams

๐Ÿ“ฃ Leadership Openings at BIC! Weโ€™re expanding our leadership and seeking passionate volunteers ready to help shape the future!

Apply: blacksincyberconf.com/leadership-application

#BIC #CyberCommunity #NonprofitLeadership #BlacksInCyber

๐Ÿ“ฃ Leadership Openings at BIC! Weโ€™re expanding our leadership and seeking passionate volunteers ready to help shape the future!

Apply: blacksincyberconf.com/leadership-application

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Proud to announce BSides Porto as our new Community Partner!
Stronger together โ€” building a bigger and better cybersecurity community! ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Welcome aboard!
#BSidesPorto #CyberCommunity
www.bsidesporto.org

๐Ÿšจ๐ŸŒŸ Nominate someone for CyberJutsuCon Awards

Know someone making a real impact in cybersecurity? A mentor, leader, or community champion who deserves recognition? This is your chance to celebrate them ๐Ÿ’œ

CyberJutsuCon + Awards is back and weโ€™re recognizing the people shaping and strengthening our community ๐Ÿ”

๐Ÿ“… June 26โ€“27
๐Ÿ“ Northern Virginia

โœจ Theme: The Art of Cyber: Beyond the Patterns
๐ŸŽฎ Workshops | CTFs | Career Growth | Community Talks | Sneaker Ball Awards ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ๐Ÿ†

๐Ÿš€ If someone has inspired, supported, or made a meaningful impact in cyber, nominate them today

๐Ÿ‘‰ Submit your nomination: https://ow.ly/qcYX50YBn6X

#CyberjutsuCon #WomenInCyber #CyberCommunity #CyberLeadership

๐Ÿš€ Insomni'hack 2025: Early Bird Tickets are now available!

Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, a passionate hacker, or simply curious about the latest infosec trends, Insomni'hack is the event you can't afford to miss.

Secure your spot now for an incredible week filled with:
๐Ÿ” Talks by world-class experts
๐Ÿ” Intense Capture The Flag (CTF) competition
๐Ÿ” Hands-on workshops to sharpen your skills
๐Ÿ” Networking opportunities with industry leaders

๐ŸŽ„ Still looking for the perfect gift? Give (or treat yourself to) a ticket! ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ A unique experience that keeps the holiday magic alive long after the season ends.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Reserve your spot today: https://insomnihack.ch/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=image&utm_campaign=Insomnihack2026&utm_content=1812

#INSO26 #cybersecurity #ethicalhacking #cybercommunity #event #switzerland

We are grateful for your belief in our work, your continued support and your commitment to investing in our community! โค๏ธ

๐Ÿ’Œ Donate today: https://givebutter.com/QaY784

#BICVillage #GivingTuesday #5YearsOfImpact #BlacksInCyber #CyberCommunity #DEFCON #HackerSummerCamp

BIC Village 2026

By Blacks in Cybersecurity Headquarters Incorperated

Blacks in Cybersecurity Headquarters Incorperated

We are grateful for your belief in our work, your continued support and your commitment to investing in our community! โค๏ธ

๐Ÿ’Œ Donate today: https://givebutter.com/QaY784

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By Blacks in Cybersecurity Headquarters Incorperated

Blacks in Cybersecurity Headquarters Incorperated
New Episode ๐Ÿฅณ
BlackHat Europe 2025: New President Suzy Pallett on Community, Collaboration, and What Comes Next
I had the chance to speak with Suzy Pallett as she wrapped up her first #BlackHatEurope as the brand's new President. The event saw attendance grow more than 25 percent over last year.
Her perspective on #cybersecurity stands out. She called it "collaboration unlike any other industry I've ever been close to." In a world where knowledge is usually guarded, here it gets shared freely. Because the threats affect everyone, and defending together just makes sense.
The keynotes this year pushed some uncomfortable questions. Is ransomware actually stoppable? Are our compliance checklists creating vulnerabilities instead of preventing them? These are the conversations that matterโ€”not just what tool to buy, but how we think about the problems in the first place.
And when I asked about her priorities for the year ahead, she kept coming back to the same word: community. Listening. Building a platform that belongs to the people who use it.
Events like this remind us why this industry, for all its stress and complexity, still feels different.
The cat-and-mouse game continues, but at least we're running together.
Links in the comments.
#BlackHatEurope #Cybersecurity #BlackHat2025 #ITSPmagazine #InfoSec #CyberCommunity #ThreatIntelligence #SuzyPallett #SecurityEvents #OnLocation #infosecurity
Sean Martin, CISSP Studio C60 / ITSPmagazine
Episode Links:
Podcast: https://itspmagazine.simplecast.com/episodes/black-hat-europe-2025-wrap-up-suzy-pallett-on-global-expansion-ai-threats-and-defending-together-on-location-coverage-with-sean-martin-marco-ciappelli
YouTube: https://youtu.be/nTZSaurWv_M
On Location Coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/technology-and-cybersecurity-conference-coverage
Article: https://www.itspmagazine.com/cybersecurity-technology-society-events/black-hat-europe-2025
Black Hat Europe 2025 Wrap-Up: Suzy Pallett on Global Expansion, AI Threats, and Defending Together | On Location Coverage With Sean Martin & Marco Ciappelli | ITSPmagazine

Marco Ciappelli speaks with Suzy Pallett, newly appointed President of Black Hat, about Black Hat Europe 2025 in London. They discuss record-breaking attendance (25%+ growth), keynotes on ransomware and compliance vulnerabilities, the strength of cybersecurity community collaboration, and how Black Hat adapts its programming across global regions while maintaining its community-first mission.

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